Travel ICU RN - $2,131 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Mixed Acuity Registered Nurse (RN)

About the Facility

Located in a vibrant city, this facility has 492 beds and is designated as a Level II Trauma Center. It also features a Level III NICU and is recognized as a Primary Stroke Center.

Unit Information

The position is available within a mixed acuity unit that accommodates both intermediate care patients and non-vented ICU level patients.

• Unit: 4 South
• Beds: 18

Experience Requirements

A minimum of 1 year of ICU experience is required. First-time travelers are welcome with a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience.

Patient Types and Common Diagnoses

• Neurological and post-procedural patients, including post TNK and neuro IR procedures.
• Conditions such as hemorrhages, aneurysms, spinal cord injuries, respiratory failure, CHF, sepsis, and electrolyte abnormalities.

Patient Ratios

• RN: 1:3 based on acuity
• CNA: 1:12

Required Licensure and Certifications

• ACLS
• BLS
• NIHSS

Essential Skills

• Experience managing patients on BiPAP/CPAP.
• Proficient in cardiac rhythm interpretation and monitoring hemodynamic lines.
• Familiarity with titratable drips, including Cardizem, Dobutamine, and Insulin.

Department Support

The unit provides robust support including:

• CNA assistance with patient care tasks.
• Receptionist/Health Unit Coordinator for administrative tasks.
• Phlebotomy services and IV/VAT Team availability.
• 24/7 access to Respiratory Therapists, Hospitalists, and Intensivists.
• Telemetry monitoring with RN oversight for telemetry strips.

Technology and Equipment

• EMR: Cerner
• IV Pump: Plum 360
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Spacelabs & Resparray

Orientation and Training

All new travelers will undergo a comprehensive orientation program consisting of 24 hours of classroom training and 24 hours on the unit. Rehires will have orientation based on their last date of employment.

Scheduling Details

• Weekend rotation is required every other weekend.
• Holidays: One major and one minor holiday is expected.
• Approval for time off: Up to 7 days can be approved, excluding blackout dates.
• Shift times include 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Any
• Parking: Free parking available on campus.
• Unit Culture: The team is focused on building a supportive and accountable culture, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and staff engagement.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19231724. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:ICU,19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.